Caterpillar Applications – Warehouse Associate Team Lead

Job Description:

To assist the Section Manager in leading Team members, coordinating and delegating workflow and overseeing day to day operation of area; promoting cooperative team relationships, establishing and modifying priorities, gathering metrics, generating reports, overseeing work for multiple job classifications, etc. Occasionally performing various warehousing functions at a Caterpillar warehouse/distribution facility. Additionally, daily safety and quality responsibilities are expected.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver training in the ‘Simulated Work Environment’ to support new hires and existing employees
• Coordinate with logistics and external carriers to set up expedited shipments
• Take ownership of documenting all defects for each gate (Check in, Storage, Pull, Schedules, Kitting, other areas as needed)
• Deliver training to new hires and existing employees on safety and onboarding materials
• Manage Safety Continuous Improvement (CI) Cards: review ideas and solutions with the originator and the respective supervisors
• Train associates on BIQ (Built in quality) gate processes
• Lead meetings with multifunctional team to track performance and drive results
• Ensure quality gate(s) are being used per established process. Be visibly present on the floor
• Interface with customer and coordinate voice of customer to logistics team to improve processes

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated proficiency in mathematical and analytical skills
• Ability to perform a variety of record keeping and reporting functions
• Ability to read/write and interpret documents
• Good attendance record
• Ability to frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15 to 30 minutes
• 6 months to 1 year warehouse and/or order filling experience
• Working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point, and Access
• Willingness to deliver training to new hires and existing employees
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records

Qualification & Experience:

• Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing experience
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced team environment
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or logistics operation
• Prior experience with Material Tracking System (MTS) transactions
• Ability to work independently on a computer and basic software systems (ie Microsoft Office Suite)
• Prior experience in a front-line leadership role
• Prior knowledge of various warehouse management systems
• Strong Troubleshooting Skills

Job Details:

Company: Caterpillar

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Champaign, IL, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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